Bis(ethylcyclopentadienyl)magnesium

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H250, H261, H314, H318, H335

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Appearance/Odor

Clear yellow liquid, odor not determined. Classification FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS - Category 3, H226 PYROPHORIC LIQUIDS - Category 1, H250 SUBSTANCE AND MIXTURES, WHICH IN CONTACT WITH WATER, EMIT FLAMMABLE GASES - Category 2, H261 SKIN CORROSION/IRRITATION - Category 1B, H314 SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/EYE IRRITATION - Category 1, H318 SPECIFIC ORGAN TOXICITY, SINGLE EXPOSURE; RESPIRATORY TRACT IRRITATION - Category 3, H335

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

H226: Flammable liquid and vapor. H250: Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air. Hazard Statements (cont.): H261: In contact with water releases flammable gas. H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H318: Causes serious eye damage. H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

Prevention

P210: Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P222: Do not allow contact with air. P223: Do not allow contact with water. P231 + P232: Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture. P233: Keep container tightly closed. P240: Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. P241: Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/handling equipment. P242: Use non-sparking tools. P243: Take action to prevent static discharges. P260: Do not breathe sprays, gases, vapors or mists. P264 + P265: Wash hands and skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes. P271: Use only outdoors or with adequate ventilation. P280: Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection/hearing protection.

Response

P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P302 + P335 + P334 IF ON SKIN Brush off loose particles and immerse in cool water. P303 + P361 + P354 IF ON SKIN (or hair) Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. P304 + P340 IF INHALED Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P305 + P354 + P338 IF IN EYES Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P316: Get emergency medical help immediately. P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire Use alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide for extinction. DO NOT USE WATER.

Storage

P402 + P404: Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. P403 + P233 + P235: Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep cool. Storage (cont.): P405: Store locked up.

Disposal

P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with federal, state and local regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

Reacts violently with water.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS - Category 3, H226 PYROPHORIC LIQUIDS - Category 1, H250 SUBSTANCE AND MIXTURES, WHICH IN CONTACT WITH WATER, EMIT FLAMMABLE GASES - Category 2, H261 SKIN CORROSION/IRRITATION - Category 1B, H314 SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/EYE IRRITATION - Category 1, H318 SPECIFIC ORGAN TOXICITY, SINGLE EXPOSURE; RESPIRATORY TRACT IRRITATION - Category 3, H335